WBS-FTS-63787 Replacement of Rapid Plasma/Blast Freezer Equipment

Velindre University NHS Trust

Published: Sep 4, 2026

Updated: Sep 4, 2026

Source: uk_fts

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the health and medical services, governance and public administration and trade and industry sectors, with a focus on public financial management and Manufacturing. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 470,000. Proposals must be submitted before October 5, 2026.

Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the health and medical services sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The Welsh Blood Service (WBS) requires the replacement of three rapid plasma / blast freezer units which are currently used for the rapid freezing of plasma components, including Fresh Frozen Plasma (FFP), cryoprecipitate, and Plasma for Medicines (PFM) components. The contract will provide WBS with the capability and business continuity required to manufacture clinical plasma for patients in Wales. It will also support the plasma for medicines programme in Wales as it continues to grow and expand on current plasma volumes produced.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on September 4, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: 083935-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Velindre University NHS Trust

Velindre University NHS Trust has issued 48 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 6 currently open and 32 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Health & Medical, Construction & Civil Works, and Governance & Public Administration. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and Sell2Wales. Most recent publication: September 4, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is October 5, 2026. You have 31 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Velindre University NHS Trust in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Health & Medical sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £470,000 - £470,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 083935-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.